
Founded in 1977, the Mississippi Lions Eye Bank has a proud legacy of service and community involvement. The Lions remain active supporters of our mission today, continuing their long tradition of championing vision care in Mississippi.
Mississippi faces one of the highest rates of vision loss in the United States, underscoring the critical need for accessible and effective vision correction services throughout the state.
Since joining Advancing Sight Network in 2021, Mississippi Lions Eye Bank has continued its vital work in Mississippi: providing high-quality eye tissue for transplant and research, honoring the generosity of donor families, and supporting the surgeons and scientists working to restore sight. Rooted in local relationships and inspired by a broader mission, we are committed to bringing hope and healing to those affected by vision loss—in Mississippi and around the world.
Our primary mission is to provide high-quality eye tissue for sight-saving surgeries and medical research focused on treating and curing vision loss. While it may sound like a simple task, the work we do is far-reaching and multifaceted.
We engage with local communities through education, empowering individuals with the knowledge of donation opportunities and the impact of their decisions. We support donor families with compassion, ensuring their gifts are honored and make a difference in the lives of recipients. Through close collaboration with surgeons, researchers, and partners, we help restore vision and advance the future of eye care.
Our commitment extends beyond the state of Mississippi, as we contribute to groundbreaking research efforts that are shaping the future of vision restoration worldwide. With a strong focus on integrity and excellence, we work tirelessly to improve lives and offer hope to those affected by vision loss.
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Upcoming EventsAt the Mississippi Lions Eye Bank, we are more than a team—we are people united by a mission to restore sight and transform lives. Founded by the Mississippi Lions and guided by their tradition of service, our organization has long been dedicated to helping others through the gift of eye donation.
Every day, we combine deep experience with heartfelt commitment—serving donor families with care, supporting transplant recipients with hope, and partnering with medical and research professionals with excellence and integrity. Whether behind the scenes in the lab or working directly with our community, we approach every part of our work with respect, understanding, and grace.
The Mississippi Lions Eye Bank is dedicated to serving individuals across our state who are affected by vision loss—and those who care for them.
We work with hospitals, medical professionals, and community leaders to raise awareness about the importance of eye donation, we support and celebrate with recipients, we work to dispel common myths, and ensure every donation opportunity is handled with care and integrity. Our efforts not only support sight-saving transplants here in Mississippi but also contribute to global research advancing the future of vision care.
Above all, we serve donor families with deep compassion. Their gift is personal and profound, and we honor it by treating each donation with the respect and responsibility it deserves.
431 Katherine Dr
Flowood, MS 39232
(601) 420-5743